Leonard's Bakery
Top Rated4.3
Honolulu, HI
$🏆 Hawaii's most iconic malasada shop🏆 Featured on every major Hawaii food list🏆 Over 10,000 Yelp reviews🏆 Tourist and local institution since 1952
About
Leonard's Bakery is THE iconic Hawaiian malasada destination, serving these Portuguese-style deep-fried dough balls since 1952. Founded by Leonard Rego and Margaret Rego, who brought the malasada tradition from Portugal's Azores and Madeira islands, the bakery has become the single most famous donut stop in all of Hawaii. With over 10,000 Yelp reviews and lines that wrap around the block, the original malasadas are pillowy, hot, and rolled in sugar. Their Malasadamobile food truck brings the magic to events island-wide.
Specialties
Original malasadas (Portuguese donuts)Malasada puffs (custard, haupia, chocolate, dobash filled)Pão doce (Portuguese sweet bread)Seasonal featured flavors (e.g., pineapple)
Features
Hawaiian institutionPortuguese malasadasMalasadamobile food truckonline store for shippingwheelchair accessible
Expect lines, especially on weekends and holidays. Best eaten fresh and warm.
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Price Range$
Established1952
DeliveryNo (Malasadamobile for events)
ParkingFree parking lot
AccessibilityYes
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